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3-Methylsalicylic acid

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3-Methylsalicylic acid (CAS 83-40-9) supplier Zemixal: C8H8O3, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Part of our Carboxylic Acids & Salts range.

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3-Methylsalicylic acid chemical structure
CAS number83-40-9
FormulaC8H8O3
Molar mass152.15 g/mol
InChIKeyWHSXTWFYRGOBGO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid

About 3-Methylsalicylic acid

3-Methylsalicylic acid sits in our carboxylic Acids & Salts section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. Key data: CAS 83-40-9, formula C8H8O3 and molar mass 152.15 g/mol.

Typical applications

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Handling and storage

It carries the GHS signal word Danger (H302, H315, H318 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 3-Methylsalicylic acid
Product name3-Methylsalicylic acid
Catalogue numberZX-036155
CAS number83-40-9
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formulaC8H8O3
Molar mass152.15 g/mol
Exact mass152.0473
XLogP32.9
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 3
Topological polar surface area57.5 Ų
InChIKeyWHSXTWFYRGOBGO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID6738
SynonymsHydroxytoluic acid, o-Cresotinic acid, o-Homosalicylic acid, Cresotic acid, 2-Hydroxy-m-toluic acid, Cresotinic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, Homosalicylic acid, 2,3-Cresotinic acid, 3-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Acido hidroxitoluico, Acide hydroxytoluique

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 3-Methylsalicylic acid
100 mgQuoted on request
250 mgQuoted on request
1 gQuoted on request
5 gQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 3-Methylsalicylic acid

Which CAS number identifies 3-Methylsalicylic acid?
3-Methylsalicylic acid is registered under CAS 83-40-9. You may also see it listed as Hydroxytoluic acid, o-Cresotinic acid, o-Homosalicylic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-036155.
What are the formula and molar mass of 3-Methylsalicylic acid?
For 3-Methylsalicylic acid, its formula is C8H8O3 and its molar mass is 152.15 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid. InChIKey WHSXTWFYRGOBGO-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 3-Methylsalicylic acid?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 3-Methylsalicylic acid?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 3-Methylsalicylic acid to my country?
Yes. Because 3-Methylsalicylic acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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